DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee Meeting, Tuesday 6/2/26

The DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee held a meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing primarily on budget discussions and procurement related to stormwater infrastructure and flood control projects. The committee approved motions to decrease contract amounts with Christopher Burke and Civil and Environmental Consultants due to expiring contracts and purchase orders. They also approved intergovernmental agreements with Milton Township Highway Department and the City of West Chicago for drainage improvement projects, with budgets not to exceed $30,000. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing the 2027 maintenance budget, which aims to sustain existing programs without major new expenditures. The committee discussed potential capital projects, including reservoir improvements and floodplain mapping, and emphasized the importance of grant funding, which typically ranges from $2 to $8 million annually for new capital projects. Members expressed strong interest in expanding flood-prone property buyout programs, proposing allocations of $3 million or more to assist municipalities and property owners, highlighting the need for proactive budgeting to address flood mitigation. The committee also discussed equipment cost-sharing initiatives with the public works department to optimize resources. The 2027 budget submission deadline was noted as July 2, with plans to circulate the budget draft to committee members for review prior to final submission.